Particularly well known for trade mark litigation, Bird & Bird‘s ’versatile and flexible’ IP practice continues to act for high-profile clients, among them Monster Energy and The International Olympic Committee. Led by seasoned litigator José Miguel Lissén and trade mark prosecution specialist Mariano Santos, the team frequently handles portfolio management as well as infringement claims. Counsels Manuel Lobato and Antonio Cueto are key advisers to clients in the medical devices, pharmaceuticals, media, retail, fashion, food and sports industries. Associates Marta Arteaga and Maria Fernandez also stand out for their role in key matters. ‘Their availability and speed make them the ideal law firm for any urgent matter’, remarks one client.
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‘The Bird & Bird brand team undoubtedly stands out for its versatility, great knowledge of legislation, ability to think outside the box and provide innovative answers. They have great delivery and are very flexible when it comes to tackling different projects when necessary.’
‘Mariano Santos is the reference partner on these issues. He has great knowledge of the legislation, is personally involved in all issues and gives absolute confidence in simple or complex issues. It has a great team that provides sufficient support and backing to give complete confidence that our clients' affairs are in the best hands.’
‘B&B offers high-quality technical solutions aimed at business. Their availability and speed make them the ideal law firm for any urgent matter.’
‘José Miguel Lissén is the practice leader in Spain and oversees the strategy of all department matters. Marta Arteaga is the associate we have worked with on our matters and the service offered has been equally exceptional. The qualities that distinguish them are mainly being able to count on technically excellent advice with a practical sense. Likewise, his ability to simply convey the particularities of the practice or the Spanish legal system to people who do not have as much knowledge is greatly appreciated.’
‘Easy and on-the point communication about the important key facts of the cases.’
‘Maria Maillo and Maria Fernandez are really fast and engaged answering all our requests in the way described above, Mariano Santos is always reachable for some deeper strategic planning.’
Key clients
- Hormel Foods Corporation
- Fujifilm Corporation
- International Olympic Committee
- The Procter And Gamble Company
- Ralph Lauren
- Federación Española del Vino (FEV)
- Marriott International
- Ferroglobe Plc
- Epic Games
- Indra Sistemas SA.
- Bacardi Group
- Laboratorios Farmacéuticos Rovi
- Champion Products Europe Limited
Work highlights
- Advised Bacardi Group (Bacardi) on an EU trade mark infringement proceeding against Alcoholes y Vinos, S.A.
- Advised International Olympic Committee (IOC) on a trade mark revocation action.
- Advised FERROGLOBE, PLC on its current prosecution and enforcement of trade mark portfolio in several European countries.
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Mariano Santos, José Miguel Lissén